Mike Schaefer
About Mike Schaefer
Mike Schaefer serves as the Senior Vice President of Revenue at FactoryFix, where he has significantly influenced the manufacturing industry's HR and recruiting processes through recruitment automation technology. He has a diverse background in sales management, having held various roles at CareerBuilder and co-founding Deep Dish Tees, while also achieving notable revenue growth at FactoryFix.
Current Role at FactoryFix
Mike Schaefer serves as the Senior Vice President of Revenue at FactoryFix, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on driving revenue growth and scaling the company’s operations. Schaefer has played a significant role in scaling FactoryFix from $0 to $6 million in annual recurring revenue by building and leading teams in Sales and Customer Success. He collaborates closely with the Heads of Product and Customer Success, the CTO, and the CEO to refine FactoryFix's platform based on market feedback and to explore new monetization opportunities.
Previous Experience at CareerBuilder
Mike Schaefer has an extensive background at CareerBuilder, where he held multiple roles over a span of several years. He started as a Sales Representative in Newspaper & Online Sales from 2005 to 2006, then progressed to Team Lead in the same division until 2007. Schaefer continued to advance his career, serving as a Regional Sales Manager for the U30 Sales Group from 2007 to 2008, and later as Sr. Sales Manager for Middle Markets & Enterprise from 2010 to 2015. He also worked as Sr. Regional Sales Manager for SMB from 2008 to 2010.
Co-Founder of Deep Dish Tees
In 2020, Mike Schaefer co-founded Deep Dish Tees, a venture that merges his interests in art, design, and entrepreneurship. The company is dedicated to supporting local charitable organizations through unique fundraising campaigns. This initiative reflects his commitment to community engagement while leveraging his business acumen.
Educational Background
Mike Schaefer attended Northern Illinois University, where he studied Marketing and earned his Bachelor’s Degree from 2000 to 2004. He also completed his high school education at Saint Patrick High School, graduating with a High School Diploma from 1996 to 2000. His educational background has provided a foundation for his career in sales and management.
Career Progression and Skills
Throughout his career, Mike Schaefer has held various sales and management positions, showcasing his ability to drive results in competitive environments. He served as Sales Director at Shiftgig for one year in 2016, and as Franchise Manager for Provider Solutions at Outcome Health for four months in 2017. His diverse experience across different companies and roles has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in sales strategy, team leadership, and revenue generation.